Hercules HWGEXT-54-LB

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YOUR HERCULES WIFI EXTENDER

Hercules is proud to present the Hercules WiFi Extender, a device that will literally extend your sensation of wireless freedom. When ideally positioned in your home, it will bridge distances and get around obstacles which used to limit wireless communication between your computers, sharing your Internet access, your devices or your data.

Great care has been taken in designing your product. Both simple to operate and user-friendly, it is well suited to beginners and advanced users alike.

And now, it’s time to learn about your new product and join in the Wireless Attitude TM !

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Recommendations

- Never open up your Hercules WiFi Extender, as you risk damaging its internal components.

- In order to avoid the risk of fire or electrical discharge, keep your WiFi Extender away from:

- rain or humidity, as well as all fluids (water, chemical products and any other liquids),

- sources of heat such as heaters, stoves and any other heat-producing devices (including amplifiers),

- direct sunlight.

- Do not cover your WiFi Extender.

- Unplug the WiFi Extender’s power cable if you do not plan on using it again for an extended period of time.

To unplug the power cable, take hold of and pull on the plug. Never pull on the cable itself.

- Disconnect the WiFi Extender before cleaning. Use a soft cloth for cleaning and avoid using aerosol cleaners.

- The device must be powered using the included power adapter only. The power adapter must remain easily accessible when plugged in.

- This device is intended for use in a temperate environment.

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Specifications

The Hercules WiFi Extender is equipped with two functionalities: (1) WiFi repeater, (2) wireless WiFi 802.11g

access point.

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802.11g

wireless access point

ƒ RF specification: frequency band = 2400-2483.5MHz

ƒ Maximum transmission power: 100mW

ƒ 1 adjustable external antenna

ƒ 1 RJ-45 connector for a LAN Ethernet 10/100Mbps connection

ƒ Security functions:

WEP / WPA

-PSK/WPA2-PSK/Mixed WPA-WPA2, filtering by

MAC address

ƒ External DC power, input: 120~240VAC, 50/60Hz, output: 12VDC / 0.4A

ƒ Green LEDs on front face

ƒ Firmware (software) update via Ethernet port

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